PHYSICS - UNIT 9
Mechanical Waves - Properties and Applications
Skills
Describe oscillatory motion and wave propagation in various types of media.
Analyze characteristics of waves: velocity, frequency, amplitude, wavelength.
Calculate wave speed, frequency, wavelength.
Compare characteristics of transverse waves (electromagnetic waves) and longitudinal waves (sound waves).
Investigate behavior of waves: reflection, refraction, Doppler Effect, resonance, interference, diffraction.
Describe the role of wave characteristics and behaviors in medical and industrial applications.
Physics 3(F)
Scientific Processes
Demonstrate the use of electromagnetic spectrum charts, slinky springs, wave motion ropes.